TheTwinsMom1 Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 Hi all, you ladies/gents are a wealth of knowledge when it comes to foods. I had gastric bypass so my food intake is limited. I need to eat high protein, low sugar and fats. I am getting sick of chicken and tuna. I don't tolerate some meats, I can handle most meats but not steaks. Shredded/ground meat goes down better. I am trying to find some non meat based ideas as I am quickly getting tired of eating nothing but meat. I can only eat about 1/4 - 1/2 cup of food per meal. My kids will eat just about anything as long as it's not spicy. Any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 Beans or lentils? Soup is easy enough, or non spicy chili. I am not eating many legumes these days but I used to love black bean and sweet potato burritos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucyStoner Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 Can you have grains? Quinoa is a fave in our house. Very food protein source. Can you eat soy? Try marinated, stir fried tofu. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.m Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 Can you tolerate eggs? Hard boiled, scrambled with veggies, sunny side up, etc. offer some options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennsmile Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 My friend did lots of yogurt. There is a brand with added protein. Also protein shakes. Around here there is also milk with added protein. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 Seitan, TVP, Tempeh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 If you eat beans with rice, or hummus with whole wheat pita you get a complete protien that is non-meat and can be scaled down to a smaller snack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momto2Cs Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 Protein powder - you can add it to smoothies, oatmeal, etc. Greek yogurt is high in protein. You can get the low/nonfat plain, sweeten it with a little stevia, and add some vanilla, cinnamon, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTwinsMom1 Posted August 13, 2012 Author Share Posted August 13, 2012 Yes, I can do eggs, grains, yogurt, tofu, just as long as it's not high in sugar/fat. I am supposed to limit it to under 10 grams of sugar or fat per serving. I do eat plain greek yogurt sweetened with torani sugar free syrup, or eggs with cheese for breakfast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenangelcat Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 I know you said not meat but have you tried rabbit? It's high in protein and very lean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTwinsMom1 Posted August 13, 2012 Author Share Posted August 13, 2012 I haven't tried rabbit, but will look into it. Our local grocery store sells all kinds of exotic meats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 I really like ground turkey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 (edited) Can you eat almonds? Almond milk is fantastic. There is an unsweetened version as well. Protein powder shakes made with almond milk. :001_smile: Someone mentioned quinoa and I'll add buckwheat. It's also a complete protein like quinoa is. Both are super versatile. You can make savory or sweet dishes. Think soup or stew using one of those instead of rice or barley. Hot cereal using one of them is a favorite with my kids. There is a "bread" recipe that using no flour at all but instead is made with a peanut or almond butter. Pure protein bread. :) You can make pancakes or waffles out of quinoa or buckwheat flour and then eat it with ricotta cheese on top. This morning I had french toast (made from buckwheat flour) with ricotta on top. Edited August 13, 2012 by Kleine Hexe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTwinsMom1 Posted August 13, 2012 Author Share Posted August 13, 2012 My doctor really wants us to not use protein shakes as our source of protein, he wants me to learn to eat my protein, so technically protein powders are not allowed on my diet plan. We are however allowed to supplement with milk powder and egg powder. I already doing a mix of 3/4 lactose free milk, to 1/4 powdered milk powder to boost the protein of regular milk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katemac Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 I fry tofu in pancake mix.. it's gorgeous! .... we're vegetarians....Ann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen in PA Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 Sunflower seeds? Great on their own. even better mixed into homemade granola, tossed over salad, or sprinkled on cottage cheese. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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